Makerspace

Zaplab

Paramaribo, Suriname

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Type
Makerspace
Location
Paramaribo, Suriname
Address
Prins Hendrikstraat 17B, Paramaribo, Suriname

About Zaplab

Zaplab in Paramaribo, Suriname is more than a workspace — it is a launchpad for innovation in Suriname. the lab offers state-of-the-art equipment, including 3D printers, laser engravers, electronics benches, and CAD workstations, within a collaborative, community-driven environment. Startups use the space to build early-stage hardware prototypes; educators run practical STEM sessions for school groups; and independent makers pursue personal projects with expert support on hand. Regular themed hackathons and innovation challenges help participants push boundaries and connect with like-minded creators across Suriname. With a strong focus on learning by doing, Zaplab embodies the global maker movement's ethos of open, collaborative, hands-on creativity.

Description

ZapLab will operate according to sustainable development goals:
- 3 Good health
- 4 Education
- 15 Life on land
- 17 Partnership
More information will follow soon.

Who Can Benefit

Students & Researchers

University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.

Entrepreneurs & Startups

Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.

Educators & Trainers

Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.

Independent Makers

Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.

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